Please join us at Shakespeare & Co. on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11:00am for a fun-filled book launch party to celebrate the release of Galloping Away by Missoula author Robin Kolb. There will be giveaways, drawings for free books, activities for the kids, cookies, as well as a short book reading, author interview, and time for Q & A. This event is free and open to the public.

Galloping Away is the story of almost 13-year-old Alex who forms a true bond with a newborn colt she secretly promises to make her own. But like all horses born on her family’s Rosen Ranch, this colt is slated to be sold.

Alex thinks if she can prove herself a capable horse trainer, there might be a chance to keep the colt. But when her attempt to work with a spirited filly ends in disaster, her secret hope is shattered. Now Alex must rebuild trust with her parents - and regain confidence in herself - before her dream horse gallops away forever.

Growing up, Robin Kolb spent countless hours riding her pony, or reading a book (you guessed it—a horse book!), always with her faithful dog by her side. Her passion for horses grew from that first pony to working in show stables, to breeding and training her own foals.

Robin is an award-winning author who lives in Western Montana, where she and her husband raised two spirited daughters riding ponies of their own. These days, in addition to writing and reading, you can find Robin hiking with her Australian Shepherds, shooting a traditional bow, or baking horse-shaped cookies.